By Heather Hemphill, LPC, LLMFT, CAADC Trust is a fundamental building block of any healthy and fulfilling interpersonal relationship. It forms the foundation of emotional intimacy, vulnerability, and mutual respect. However, trust can be easily shattered, whether through betrayal, deception, or a breach of confidence. When broken, trust can create deep wounds and significant challenges...Read More

By Heather Hemphill, LPC, LLMFT, CAADC Boundaries play a crucial role in maintaining healthy and fulfilling interpersonal relationships. Whether it’s a romantic partnership, friendship, or professional connection, setting and respecting boundaries is essential for establishing mutual trust, fostering open communication, and ensuring the well-being of all individuals involved. At its core, boundaries define the limits...Read More

By Morgan McGraw,  LLMFT Being a part of the LGBTQ+ community myself, I have experienced grief and loss in ways I never thought possible… I have lost family, friends, faith, etc. I knew as soon as I came out nothing would be the same, which is the most terrifying thought for anyone at any age....Read More

Building a healthy relationship with your children is crucial for their development, communication, and well-being. Here are some tips for mothers to establish such a relationship: Be Present Kids usually like spending time with their parents, especially when they can have meaningful conversations without distractions. By giving them your full attention and discussing important topics,...Read More

Mother’s Day can be an emotional time for those who are grieving the loss of their mother, mother figure, or anyone close to them who played a significant mother role in their lives. Grief and loss can come with many emotions, including sorrow, loneliness, anger, and sometimes depression. Here are some ways that individuals coping...Read More

Mother’s Day can be a challenging holiday for women struggling with infertility. It’s important to prioritize self-care during this time to help manage stress and promote overall well-being. Here are some self-care practices that can help around the holiday. Set Boundaries Recognize self-prescribed emotional, energetic, and time barriers to support good limits on any festivity...Read More

These days, many people focus on their physical health. But few give much attention, if any, to their mental health. What does mental health refer to? Mental health describes a person’s overall psychological health and well-being. It has much to do with how you feel about yourself, your ability to manage your emotions, how you...Read More

Many people think burnout is simply being incredibly tired after a long week or month of work or school studies. But burnout is much more than physical exhaustion; it has in fact been called the “triad of depersonalization, emotional exhaustion, and feelings of detachment.”  Here are some additional signs of burnout: Pessimism Pessimism is a...Read More

Alcohol addiction affects millions of adults in this country. It is estimated that roughly 10% of Americans will experience some form of addiction in their lives. Drinking not only has the ability to negatively impact your social life, relationships, and job security, but it can also wreak havoc on your physical health. And that’s not...Read More

With movements like #MeToo and #TimesUp, more attention has been given to sexual misconduct and harassment in the workplace and world in general. If you are the target of a coworker’s sexist behavior or comments, here’s how you can address it in a professional yet clear manner: Find Your Voice While I know it seems...Read More